Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2021 Ajs Modena 125?

Yes. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. A full MOT history analysis will highlight patterns that a single test result won't reveal.

What corrosion should I look for when inspecting a 2021 Ajs Modena 125?

Check brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that is expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.

How are tyres and brakes typically on a 2021 Ajs Modena 125?

Tyres and brakes are the most common advisory items on vehicles of this age. Budget for replacement if they are near the limit, and factor this into your offer price.

Is the 2021 Ajs Modena 125 reliable?

Based on MOT data from 201 vehicles, the 2021 Ajs Modena 125 has a first-time MOT pass rate of 86.5%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

Do I need an HPI check when buying a 2021 Ajs Modena 125?

Yes. The MOT history will not show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status. An HPI check covers these areas and should be part of any used car purchase.

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Ajs Modena 125 (2021)

201 real MOT outcomes analysed • 86.5% first-time pass rate

2021 Ajs Modena 125

CarHunch analysed 201 real MOT records for the 2021 Ajs Modena 125. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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The 2021 AJS Modena 125 passes its MOT first time just 61.7% of the time, significantly below the UK average of 80%, which is a red flag for reliability. Only 6% of these bikes have ever suffered a dangerous defect, so safety issues aren't widespread, but the high failure rate suggests you should budget for repairs and get a pre-purchase inspection.

These machines average just 2,694 miles despite being three years old, pointing to low usage that may actually mask wear from sitting idle. With 0.26 failures and 0.4 advisories per vehicle on average, common issues are relatively minor, but the poor first-time pass rate hints at electrics or carburation problems—have a mechanic familiar with Chinese-built 125cc bikes check the ignition system and fuel delivery before committing.

We have limited data for the 2021 Ajs Modena 125 — treat the figures below as indicative rather than definitive.

⚠️ Around 1 in 20 of these vehicles have had a dangerous MOT failure at some point — usually tyres or brakes, and often a one-off issue rather than a persistent problem. The group stats won't tell you which one you're looking at.

First-time pass

86.5%

UK average ~80%

Around average

Dangerous (ever)

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

0.26

Over 1.7 tests on record

Low

Typical mileage

Middle half: 1k–4k

For context

These stats describe 201 vehicles as a group. The specific vehicle you're looking at could be the one good example or the one outlier. Run its registration to find out.

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Based on MOT data from 201 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 6% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded - recurring advisories often signal problems years before they become failures.
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🔍 Brake pipes, sills and subframes are the key areas on a vehicle this age — structural rust is hard to spot without getting underneath. A mechanic will check all of this before you commit, and give you a concrete basis to negotiate on price. Inspection →
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type

Fuel type	Vehicles	Pass rate	Avg failures
Petrol (94%)	189	86.2%	0.27

Colour Breakdown

Based on 2,013 Ajs Modena 125 vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

Black 34.2%

689

White 16.6%

335

Red 14.5%

291

Blue 11.4%

229

Grey 10.6%

214

Orange 8.9%

179

Turquoise 3.2%

Green 0.6%

Mileage Distribution

Most 2021 Ajs Modena 125 vehicles sit in the blue band. If the vehicle you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.

1,677

typical

807

low mileage

3,849

high mileage

Half of all 2021 Ajs Modena 125 vehicles fall between 807 and 3,849 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 807 miles — lower than most. Could be great, or could be a vehicle that rarely moved. Check test frequency and mileage progression in the MOT history.

✓ 807–3,849 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2021 Ajs Modena 125s sit.

⚠ Over 5,196 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

MOT History Averages

1.7

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

0.26

Avg failures per vehicle

0.4

Avg advisories per vehicle

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